How to Apply:

Please download the Information Package (including Position Description) from the WNSWPHN website: https://wnswphn.org.au/workwithus

Applications should be submitted via email to [email protected] by 11.59pm 25 March 2025 (do not apply via Seek).

Your application must include a separate statement addressing each of the selection criteria along with your resume. Applications missing either of these documents will not be accepted.

WNSW PHN is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits to working with us:

We pride ourselves on being supportive and flexible and offer a great range of benefits including:

• Generous salary packaging options up to $18,450 per year
• Professional development allowance and study leave
• Family friendly and flexible working arrangements (including hybrid work model)
• Collaboration with passionate likeminded professionals
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Additional leave between the Christmas and New Year period
• Option to purchase an additional 2 weeks leave or cash out 2 weeks
• Corporate Fitness Program (Fitness Passport)
• 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Free Employment Assistance Program

Selection Criteria

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Engagement, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in communications, stakeholder engagement, or public relations.
• Experience in developing and delivering communications campaigns.
• Proficiency in managing digital platforms including content management systems, social media, email marketing, and event technologies.
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate large-scale events with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management systems and/or stakeholder engagement tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Capacity to travel within western NSW; hold a current driver’s licence.

Desirable

• Experience working in the health, NGO or community services sectors
• Experience in working with Aboriginal people, organisations and communities in view of planning and implementing services and achieving outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Location: Dubbo, Orange or Bathurst

Full time permanent contract

Position Purpose:

The Communications & Engagement Officer will be involved in developing and executing campaigns, managing key stakeholder relationships, and leading various engagement and event initiatives for Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN).

The Communications and Engagement Officer is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies that enhance public awareness, stakeholder engagement, and organisational reputation. This role ensures effective internal and external communication, fosters strong relationships with key audiences, and supports initiatives that drive engagement, participation, and positive brand perception.

If you have any questions about this position after you have read the information package on our website, please contact Jessica Steele on 0455 349 018.